Pension Bacolod — Hotel in Bacolod

⭐ 1-Star Review for Pension Bacolod

Not worth the money. Extremely disappointing experience:

✅ Pros:

Friendly staff: Polite and helpful, even under poor working conditions.

❌ Cons:

Dirty and dusty room: Layers of dust on furniture, curtains, and fixtures. Felt unclean from the start.

No regular house cleaning: Stayed multiple nights—room was never cleaned unless requested.

Construction noise: Ongoing work on the premises meant constant banging, drilling, and loud activity during the day.

Filthy toilet: Stained, smelly, and poorly maintained.

Cold shower: No hot water. Showering was uncomfortable and unpleasant.

Uncomfortable bed: Hard mattress, worn-out bedding, and lumpy pillows made sleep difficult.

Very weak water pressure: Shower and sink barely functioned, making basic use frustrating.

Cafeteria served only processed food: Very limited selection; mostly pre-packaged, low-quality options.

Noisy dogs next door: Frequent barking at night disrupted rest.

No safe or locker: No secure place to store valuables. Felt unsafe leaving personal items in the room.

Leaking toilet: Constant water on the bathroom floor due to plumbing issues.

Dark and unsafe surroundings: Poor lighting outside. The street felt unsafe to walk at night.

Limited power outlets: Only a couple available; not enough for modern device usage.

Terrible Wi-Fi: Unstable, painfully slow, and nearly unusable for even basic tasks.

Bottom line: Avoid this place unless you're truly desperate. Everything feels neglected, cheap, and...

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